Station Information Systems (SISS) Design Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their Rail Systems Engineering team in York. This role involves delivering project upgrades across the UK rail network, including working with major clients like Transport for London and Network Rail. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in SISS, engineering design, and surveying, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on critical infrastructure while developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation in technology.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and shopping

Qualifications

• Must have previous technical SISS experience and relevant licenses.
• Strong engineering, design, and survey skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project upgrade works across Network Rail and TFL infrastructure.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Skills

SISS experience

engineering skills

design skills

survey skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

analytical skills

communication skills

problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Station Information Systems (SISS) Design Engineer (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), York

Client:

Telent

Location:

York

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to join our expanding Rail Systems Engineering team. You’ll be working in a part of Telent that is dedicated to maintaining the UK wide rail network. Our customers include Transport for London, Network Rail, and a host of Train Operating Companies.

Reporting to the Lead Safety and Security Engineer, the Systems Engineer will be responsible for delivering project upgrade works mainly across Network Rail, TFL, TFGM, etc. infrastructure. Acting as the Systems Engineer for customer projects, you will be responsible for undertaking all technical aspects of projects. This will include survey, design, and technical aspects of SISS within a Rail environment.

Typical Deliverables

• Strong experience in system design, survey, and technical engineering experience within SISS.
• May be required to lead on creating ideas for new products or services and drawing up plans for a new design.
• Taking ideas from the initial design stage through to the production and/or installations process.
• Drawing up detailed technical plans for ideas and concepts.
• Using mathematical and scientific skills to create workable, real-world solutions to problems.
• Selecting the appropriate materials for a new product or a new construction.
• Calculating an accurate cost analysis forecast for a project.
• Completing the required technical and regulatory documents.
• Will be required to ensure quality-control tests on a new product/system and oversee its construction/manufacture, development, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of own professional engineering discipline and basic knowledge of related professional engineering disciplines.
• Arrange testing of products, systems, software, or infrastructure.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within the specified budget.
• Maintain and develop personal engineering skills.
• Solve complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Work independently; receive minimal guidance.
• May be required to lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives.
• Act as a mentor for colleagues with less experience.
• Comply with prevailing QEHS requirements associated with the role.

Skill Requirements

• Must have previous technical SISS experience, engineering, design, and survey skills.
• Hold the relevant specified/designated licenses/certifications for the discipline/business sector.
• Computer literate, competent with MS Office suite, Word, Excel, etc.
• Working knowledge of the quality standards, processes, and regulatory requirements applicable to the designated discipline/business area.
• Competent all-round verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully proficient in AutoCAD/MicroStation and other CAD specified software.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Customer-focused and able to deal with internal and external stakeholders.
• A passion for solving problems and providing workable solutions.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an ability to visualize processes and outcomes.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies, and customers, giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills, and make an impact. We are growing, and we rely on our committed team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen through our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values differences, celebrating diverse ideas. We want everyone to be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 26 days annual leave, plus public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell additional days each year.
• Company pension scheme.
• A range of family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

About Telent

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support, and maintenance of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.

Brilliance brought together.

We are guided by our values and behaviours: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.